impossiblities
What is an impossibility? Defined as something that is impossible : something that cannot be done or that cannot happen: the quality or state of being impossible. Impossibility? Is it a kiss away from reality? To Dream the Impossible Dream…
Racing anyone?
Hurry up and wait? Up close and personal? What makes some sailors racers and some cruisers? Is it age? Is it personality or skill or opportunity? Is it the boat or the circumstances that lead to racing? Is it…
Sightlines
Historic vessels had clear gun positions. They were always located on the sides and the ships had to face off for engagement of arms. Imagine the closeness of those boats. What are sightlines? A hypothetical line extending from an observer’s eye…
your compass
We all have a compass- of some sort. Did you know that Apple Iphones have a compass app, just hit the button and allow the circle to completely fill ( see above). You will have your location and true North…
Excesses
The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom- William Blake Today, I received a birthday wish from my bank. Last week, I got a birthday card from Hallmark, with a coupon to use during the month of my…
Amwayish
Many, many years ago, in a land far, far away, I knew a person who sold Amway. Well, let me clarify- this person didn’t exactly “sell” anything. He bought products to sell and ended up with maybe 2 sales for…
over the edge
Am I the only one who starts a tub and gets distracted with another side task? I was looking forward to a nice hot bath and then, I let the dogs out , washed the dishes and started some laundry….
Shifting circumstances
Are the people or the circumstances likely to change here? What are shifting circumstances? What if we saw an item we wanted at this Marine Yard Sale and didn’t get it on the first pass? We wanted it, but what…
Colors of You
Blue People who are BLUE enjoy close relationships, and are sensitive to underlying feelings. Harmony and integrity are very important. These people are often very creative or they enjoy the creative works of others. They dislike hypocrisy and are…
Who what or where?
If we are making decisions, and we seem to always be making one- what takes precedence? What is the underlying deciding factor? What tips the balance when all things seem equal? Choosing to stay anchored and go with the ebb…